On The Construction Of The Ark, As Adapted To The Naval Architecture Of The Present Day: On The Equipment Of Vessels, And On Steam Navigation To India (1840)

On The Construction Of The Ark, As Adapted To The Naval Architecture Of The Present Day: On The Equipment Of Vessels, And On Steam Navigation To India is a book written by William Radford and published in 1840. The book is a comprehensive guide to the construction of ships and the equipment required for sailing. It provides detailed information on the design and construction of the ark, which was a type of ship used in ancient times. The author has adapted the design of the ark to the modern naval architecture of the time. The book also covers the equipment required for sailing vessels, including sails, masts, rigging, and anchors. It provides detailed instructions on how to select the right equipment and how to maintain it. Additionally, the book contains information on steam navigation to India, which was a new technology at the time.Overall, On The Construction Of The Ark, As Adapted To The Naval Architecture Of The Present Day: On The Equipment Of Vessels, And On Steam Navigation To India is a valuable resource for anyone interested in shipbuilding, naval architecture, and sailing. It is a comprehensive guide that provides practical information on how to design, build, and equip ships for a variety of purposes. The book is a testament to the author's expertise in the field and his dedication to advancing the science of shipbuilding.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.